sesquicentennial

150th Anniversary

We have a new committee charged with planning programming to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, which begins in 2011. In addition to listing 150th events and plans, we hope to include a timeline that Stan is working on of the Civil War year-by-year with north country dates and events added to it, and a series of bios of local Civil War veterans with photos if we have them and perhaps a way for visitors to the website to add their own ancestors' info.

1861

Wednesday, January 9, 1861"Star of the West" fired upon from Charleston Harbor batteries (Fort Moultrie and Morris Island). It returned to the sea without reinforcing Fort Sumter. Col. Anderson warns that firing on any US ship is an act of war. Charleston mayor warns that to reinforce Fort Sumter is an act of war. Hence- the problem!

Thursday, January 10, 1861Florida Secedes

Friday, January 11, 1861Alabama secedes

Tuesday, January 15, 1861Newspapers following crisis at Fort Moultrie, Fort Sumter, and Secession moves in the south

Tuesday, January 15, 1861Senator Preston King, from Ogdensburg, argues with Senator Jefferson Davis of Mississippi, calls him a traitor.

Saturday, January 19, 1861Georgia secedes

Monday, January 21, 1861Withdrawal of five Southern members of the U.S.Senate: Yulee and Mallory of Florida, Clay and Fitzpatrick of Alabama, and Davis of Mississippi

Tuesday, January 22, 1861Bill to reorganize the State Militia passed. Intention is to get ready for war. The commutation fee to increase from $2.00 to ten dollars.

Tuesday, April 9, 1861President Lincoln gets telegrams from all over "not to surrender the Fort"

Friday, April 12, 1861Bombardment of Fort Sumter begins

Friday, April 12, 1861Fort Sumter is fired upon

Saturday, April 13, 1861Fort Sumter surrenders to Southern forces

Wednesday, April 17, 1861Virginia secedes

Wednesday, April 17, 1861Meetings held at Eagle Hall in Ogdensburg with the Hon. Judge Fine presiding and David A. Nevin opened a recruiting office. Within three days of recruiting, Capt. Nevin's company left for Albany to be in the 16th Regiment NY Infantry

Wednesday, April 17, 1861Another meeting held at Lyceum Hall with Gen. Rocius W. Judson presiding. The object of the meeting was "to be the raising of men and means for the war" - $3,000 dollars raised and 44 men enlisted.

Monday, May 27, 186118th Regiment formed - a company from Ogdensburg led by Captain Bartlett (Co K). They were not allowed in 16th Regiment, as they were already full. Tallest man in the 18th regiment was David Gray from Lisbon, called "our big Gray baby."

Saturday, June 1, 1861Skirmish at Fairfax Courthouse, Virginia

Monday, June 3, 1861Battle of Philippi (western Virginia)

Saturday, June 8, 1861Tennessee voters approve secession

Monday, June 10, 1861Battle of Big Bethel (Virginia)

Tuesday, June 11, 186116th and 18th Regiments moved to new camps surrounding Albany, NY

Monday, June 17, 1861Battle of Booneville (Missouri)

Saturday, June 22, 186118th NY Regiment in Washington

Tuesday, June 25, 186116th NY Regiment Infantry left Albany for Washington; many flag raisings in St Lawrence County from April on.

Sunday, July 21, 186116th involved in battle at Manassas, VA led by Lt. Col. Marsh. (Col. Davies led the Brigade.) They were last on the field and retreated under order.

Sunday, July 21, 1861Battle of 1st Bull Run (Virginia)

Tuesday, July 23, 1861Many rumors reported in the Northern NY newspapers about what happened at Manassas, VA.

Tuesday, August 6, 18611st Session, 37th Congress adjourns

Friday, August 9, 1861John S. Allen of Ogdensburg died as a result of wounds. He was the first death from battle wounds in a Northern NY Regiment. His body was returned to Ogdensburg and buried there.

Saturday, August 10, 1861Battle of Wilson's Creek

Tuesday, August 20, 1861Col. Charles R. Brundage and the 33rd Militia accepted as a unit with present company officers accepted. Captain Elliott, JCO Redington, William Goodrich and others recruiting for 33rd Militia in St Lawrence County. William Hyde and others recruiting in Franklin County for same regiment. 33rd will rendezvous at the [railroad] Car Factory near Ogdensburg on the 10th of September. (That factory was converted into Camp Wheeler.)

Tuesday, August 27, 1861Fort Clark, North Carolina, captured by Union

Wednesday, August 28, 1861Fort Hatteras, North Carolina, surrenders to Union

Tuesday, September 10, 1861Some deaths in 16th Regiment by disease. Captain J. M. Ranson recruiting in Clinton County for 33rd. First men arrived at Camp Wheeler on Sept. 9th. Six more companies arrived on Sept. 10th. Ed Olds Band and Madrid Brass Band volunteer to form Regimental Band. Cavalry regiment being recruited in St Lawrence County.

Tuesday, September 10, 1861Battle of Carnifax Ferry (Virginia)

Wednesday, September 11, 1861Cheat Mountain Campaign (to the 15th)

Thursday, September 12, 1861Siege of Lexington, Missouri (to the 20th)

Wednesday, September 18, 186150th NY Infantry formed as 50th NY Engineers and mustered into US service. They were with Army of the Potomac throughout the war.

Tuesday, October 15, 186134th NY Militia forming regiment in Malone (They became the 98th NY Regiment Infantry.) Ads and recruiting posters for 33rd, 78th and US Regulars as well as Cavalry Brigade appear in local newspaper.

Monday, October 21, 1861Battle of Ball's Bluff (Virginia)

Tuesday, October 22, 1861Messrs. Flanders arrested for treason in Malone. They were the editors of The Franklin Gazette, the Democrat newspaper in Malone.

Tuesday, October 22, 1861Camp Wheeler has 910 men sworn in and 60 more recruits. Captain Heyward (a West Point grad) is expected to be the Colonel. There are ten recruiting stations in Ogdensburg. Russell is recruiting Cavalry. St Lawrence County likely to have 3100 men enlisted rather than the 2180 that was our quota.

Thursday, October 31, 1861The 33rd NY Militia, renamed the 60th NY Regiment Infantry, was mustered into US service

Friday, November 1, 1861The 60th NY left for Washington by rail line on a special train provided with 18 cars. They rode the train to Rouses Point, then by steamer via Lake Champlain to Albany. From Albany, the steamer followed the Hudson River to New York City, where the 60th NY then travelled by train to Baltimore and Washington, DC.

Tuesday, November 5, 186192nd Sworn into US service – a few refused, so they will be retained as home guard. 500 enlisted and 400 in Camp Union.

Wednesday, November 6, 1861Jefferson Davis elected regular president of the Confederacy

Thursday, November 7, 1861Belmont, Missouri, and Port Royal, South Carolina, fall to Union

Friday, November 8, 1861Seizure of Confederates Mason and Slidell from aboard the British Trent by the USS San Jacinto

Tuesday, November 12, 186192nd filling up; St Lawrence Republican editorialized that our county regiments should be filled up before helping other counties. Cavalry enlisting in Massena suspended as Government wants no more cavalry now. 60th NY stationed at Relay House near Baltimore. Cameron Highlanders recruiting for the 78th NY Infantry in Ogdensburg.

Thursday, November 28, 186160th NY on railroad guarding duty near Baltimore, MD. Private William H. MacDonald fell asleep near track and train ran over his foot. The 34th encamped near fairgrounds in Malone, called Camp Franklin. 400 men have enlisted and 100 more on the way.

Thursday, November 28, 1861Missouri admitted to Confederacy despite its not having seceded

Tuesday, December 3, 1861Officers of the 60th NY ask for resignation of Col. Heyward for "Want of coolness and discretion and disregard for the comfort and the welfare of the men." There is no reply to the letter.

Tuesday, December 3, 1861Volunteer Aid Association has already sent numerous things to men. Ladies to dedicate one day a week for service of the country. Meetings to knit socks and mittens are held every Monday at private houses. The ladies of Madrid organize Soldiers Aid Society and send quilts, blankets, sheets, pillowcases, night shirts, flannel drawers, shirts,towels, socks, and linens.

Tuesday, December 3, 186192nd NY finishing recruiting and thought they would leave by 20th of December – this didn't happen

Friday, December 13, 1861Battle of Camp Alleghany (western Virginia)

Tuesday, December 17, 1861Camp Union has 820 men in camp, 180 men needed to fill regiment. One of the sentinels of the 60th NY shot one of the Maryland Home Guards. They were playing with rifles and "didn't know the gun was loaded".

Friday, December 20, 1861Battle of Dranesville (Virginia)

Tuesday, December 24, 186160th NY was paid and the men sent home at least two-thirds of their pay by "express." Several deaths in 60th by disease. A railroad engine boiler exploded; the engineer was found 650 feet from the engine.

1862

Wednesday, January 1, 1862Recruiting for 92nd NY at Camp Union in Potsdam; they have 550 men so far.

Wednesday, January 8, 186260th on railroad Guard Duty; officers trying to get rid of Colonel Heyward, Preston King helping. [Colonel William Heyward discharged 01-8th, 1862.] Rumor that if England declares war on US because of the Mason- Slidell arrest, the 60th will return to Ogdensburg [to help protect the border].

Wednesday, January 8, 1862Colonel Durkee at Malone recruiting a company of sharpshooters [for 98th NY infantry]. For winner of a trial of skill there is a $100.00 prize.

Wednesday, January 22, 1862Hon. C. B. Hoard of Watertown returned from Washington with a contract for Manufacture of 50,000 rifles at $20.00 each to be filled within 2 years; not sure whether they will be built in Watertown or not. (They were.)

Wednesday, January 29, 186260th Headquarters at Mount Clare, Maryland. A soldier of Co. H run over by "cars" - he "was cut in half"

Wednesday, January 29, 186298th NY Infantry at Camp Franklin, Malone with Colonel Wm. Dutton of Wayne County , Lt Colonel Chas. Durkee of Franklin County, and Albon Mann of Franklin County as Major

Wednesday, February 12, 186260th NY --New Colonel George S. Greene enrolled 01-18th, arrived about Feb 5, 1862. Told the regiment that he would not have accepted the post unless promised that the 60th would be relieved from Railroad duty.

Wednesday, March 12, 186292nd in NY City on way to Washington. C.B. Hoard and Sons to go ahead with gearing up to manufacture 50,000 rifles in Watertown even though he entered in to government contract with ex- Secretary of War Simon Cameron.

Friday, March 14, 1862Capture of New Madrid, Missouri, and New Bern, North Carolina, by Union

Tuesday, March 18, 186294th Regiment from Jefferson County involved in a train accident - 4 cars thrown into the river, 5 men killed, 10 injured.

Wednesday, March 19, 186292nd in Camp at Calamara (Kalorma?)Heights, 2 miles from Washington DC.

Wednesday, May 7, 1862Captain Anderson acting as regimental Commander although he is ranked by Major Hall. (Hiram Anderson received commission as Lt Col. 04-14, 1862 with rank from 03-13, 1862)

Wednesday, May 7, 18621000 men detailed by General McClellan to fight tomorrow , not to bring on a battle just to send out a "flyer"

Wednesday, May 7, 186216th and 18th Regiments with General Franklin near West Point will have the first brush with the enemy.

Wednesday, May 7, 1862Through 05-8: 16th NY at Battle of West Point supported Ayers Battery with four companies acting as skirmishers. 6 killed, Captain N M Curtis wounded and 10 others wounded. 92nd engaged and at front but no casualties.

Thursday, May 8, 1862Battle of McDowell (West Virginia)

Thursday, May 8, 1862through May 30: 92nd NY marching up the Peninsula with army. Expecting that Governor Morgan would appoint Captain Lewis Hunt the next Colonel (Commissioned and mustered in regiment May 24, 1862)

Wednesday, June 25, 1862Battles of the Seven Days (Virginia) (to July 1; includes those marked with *)

Wednesday, June 25, 1862Equipment and buildings of Camp Union in Potsdam up for auction.

Wednesday, June 25, 1862Through 07-1: Seven Days Battle

Thursday, June 26, 1862Beaver Dam Creek*

Friday, June 27, 1862Gaines' Mill*

Friday, June 27, 186216th Regiment, wearing Straw Hats, retook two guns lost to the Confederates. The regiment lost 3 officers and 55 enlisted men Killed or Mortally wounded, including Lt Col Samuel Marsh; 7 officers and 166 enlisted men wounded.

Sunday, June 29, 1862Savage Station*

Monday, June 30, 1862Frayser's Farm*; White Oak Swamp*

Monday, June 30, 186216th NY- White Oak Swamp and Glendale. Lost two men killed and 1 officer and 6 men wounded. (From friendly fire)

Monday, June 30, 186292nd NY lost 1 officer and 1 enlisted man wounded, and 12 men missing during the 7 days battle

Monday, June 30, 186292nd Demoralized, Debilitated, Destroyed and maybe disbanded; 110 sick, barely 100 report for duty. General McClellan's injustice to Casey's Division hard to swallow. (McClellan singled out Casey's Division as the only one that did not do well, and further, that they unaccountably retreated.)

Wednesday, August 20, 1862Dr. Skinner of Malone Appointed Surgeon of the 106th NY

Wednesday, August 20, 186260th NY - Deaths in regiment since 07-9th are 34, all from typhoid fever. Regiment pulled from active duty and sent to Fauquier Sulfur Springs on the 24th 08-to recover. They then retreated with Pope's Army after 2nd Bull Run.

Wednesday, August 20, 186292nd gets to "summer on the shore" near Fortress Monroe and Newport News.

Wednesday, August 20, 186216th returned to Washington DC Area with Army of Potomac then marched to aid of Gen Pope's Army but never joined with it. Fell back to Centerville, VA, and covered Pope's Retreat.

Thursday, August 28, 1862Battle of 2nd Bull Run (Virginia) (to the 30th)

Thursday, August 28, 186260th- Major E.C. James discharged to become Lt Col of 106th NY.

Saturday, August 30, 1862Battle of Richmond (Kentucky)

Monday, September 1, 1862Battle of Chantilly (Virginia)

Wednesday, September 3, 1862New Regiment to form at Camp Wheeler under the direction of R.W. Judson. (This became the 142nd NY Infantry)

Wednesday, September 3, 1862Rev. W. H. Waggoner of Madrid to be Chaplain of the 106th.

Wednesday, September 3, 1862Brasher has a town bounty of $40, Stockholm $80.

Sunday, September 14, 1862Battles of South Mountain (Maryland) and Crampton's Gap (Maryland)

Sunday, September 14, 186216th led the advance up the mountain at Crampton's Gap and over the crest, capturing the Colors of an Alabama regiment. The 16th NY lost 1 officer and 25 enlisted men killed or mortally wounded, including the color bearer, and 2 officers and 35 enlisted men wounded.

Sunday, September 14, 1862James Allen of Company F, was later awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions in capturing a group (14) of Confederate soldiers "single handedly and slightly wounded"

Monday, September 15, 1862Fall of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, to Confederates

Tuesday, September 16, 1862Draft discussed in the papers: St Lawrence County short by 858 men; Franklin County full; Jefferson County lacks 80.

Wednesday, September 17, 1862Battles of Antietam (Maryland) and Munfordville (Kentucky)

Wednesday, September 17, 1862Antietam, MD 60th in 3rd Brigade, 2nd division of 12th Corps, Army of the Potomac; Col. Goodrich elevated to Brigade Command, General Green the Division Commander, General Mansfield the 12th Corps Commander.

Wednesday, September 17, 1862Goodrich's Brigade detached to right of Hooker's First Corps, charges up the Hagerstown Pike towards West Woods. Lost one officer (Col. William B Goodrich) and 3 enlisted men killed; 18 enlisted men wounded, including 4 who later died of their wounds. Nine men missing, who were captured but released on parole later.

Thursday, September 18, 1862Captain Abel Godard promoted to Major of the 60th. 60th Regiment back to Bolivar Heights near Harper's Ferry, VA

Sunday, September 28, 186216th's Colonel Joseph Howland resigns. He is appointed Assistant Adjutant General of Volunteers

Wednesday, October 1, 1862Funeral of William B. Goodrich in Canton; buried behind his house on Judson Street, Canton. His remains were later moved to Evergreen Cemetery, Canton, and then to Green Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn, NY

Friday, October 3, 1862Battle of Corinth (Mississippi) (to the 4th)

Wednesday, October 8, 1862Battle of Perryville (Kentucky)

Wednesday, October 8, 1862Colonel S. F. Judd discharged. He was elected colonel but not commissioned as Colonel. Lt. Col. E.C. James Commissioned as Colonel of the 106th.

Wednesday, October 8, 1862No immediate draft in St Lawrence County; they still have to complete paperwork.

Wednesday, October 8, 1862Local Lawyers advertising to collect back pay, bounties, and pensions for men who were wounded, and back pay for families of men who died in hospitals or battle.

Thursday, October 16, 1862164th NY - Eight New York Regiments organizing for Corcoran Legion, Company from Potsdam is at Camp Scott.

Thursday, October 16, 186292nd at Suffolk, VA as of 09-18th. They are attached to Wessell's Brigade, 7th army Corps, Department of Virginia. Sent out on recon to Blackwater.

Thursday, October 16, 1862142nd attached to 3d Brigade, Abercrombies Division, for duty in the defense of Washington, DC

Sunday, October 19, 1862Political news in the local papers: Governor's Race hot in NY State; General Wadsworth, Republican Union candidate and Horatio Seymour, the Democrat candidate.

Wednesday, November 5, 1862Horatio Seymour speaks in Potsdam on the 1st of November. Courier Freeman said that he spoke eloquently for three hours "but said nothing" (Some things never change)

Wednesday, November 5, 1862Almost every paper has articles, almost every week, about some local ladies aid society sending clothing and hospital supplies.

Wednesday, November 12, 186292nd- 1st Lt Boswell to be Captain in place of Captain A.P. Wolcott, who resigned.

Wednesday, November 12, 1862Alexander A. Edmeston to be Surgeon in place of Henry Hewitt, who resigned.

Wednesday, November 12, 1862L. L. Hepburn (Gunsmith from Colton) to go to Ilion, NY, to work on Government guns during the winter. He will be back in the spring.

Tuesday, November 18, 1862Draft in St Lawrence County postponed. Many think that the quota has been met. Time will be taken to see if it is true. Lively time in Canton - 2000 had applied for exemption from draft with 1200 examined and 800 more to be seen by doctors.

Wednesday, November 19, 1862Artemus Ward says: Unless there's a different management of the war, the American Eagle will have to disguise himself as a Shanghai Rooster and truck to Canada and the Goddess of Liberty will have to go out and do general housework at two dollars a week.

Friday, November 21, 186216th Captain N.M. Curtis mustered out to become Lt Col of the 142nd NY Infantry

Monday, December 1, 18623rd Session, 37th Congress, convenes

Thursday, December 4, 1862106th has brigaded under General Mulligan in the Railroad Division. 142nd now at Camp Upton, a training base.

Sunday, December 7, 1862Battle of Prairie Grove (Arkansas)

Wednesday, December 10, 1862Most local papers raising subscription rates due to high cost of newsprint paper

Thursday, December 11, 1862Through 12-20: 92nd with Foster's Expedition to Goldsboro, NC. The regiment lost 5 men killed or mortally wounded, 1 officer (Col. Hunt) and 13 enlisted men wounded.

Friday, December 12, 1862Through 12-15: Battle of Fredericksburg - 16th NY Regiment moved across River with Franklin's Corps on the left of General Meade. It was not engaged and had no casualties. 60th NY marched towards Fredericksburg, but did not participate in Battle. Stayed with the Army of the Potomac after it returned to the north side of the River.

1863

Wednesday, January 7, 1863President Lincoln's Proclamation Of Emancipation editorialized. "None of the Southern States come back." 92nd has letter about the advance with General Foster on December 5th, 1862 towards Kinston, NC. Fight started on Dec. 14th.

Wednesday, January 7, 1863106th – Colonelcy resolved, Colonel Edward C. James in command. 106th at New Creek and Martinsburg, Virginia.

Wednesday, January 14, 186360th NY Infantry near Fairfax Station, VA. on January 1st. They may stay there for winter but not certain. Rebels constantly menacing area with impunity. General Henry W. Slocum new commander of 12th Corps. Lt. R. C. Church of Crary's Mills says that the leadership of the Army is terrible, "too much down time," the soldiers are willing to fight.

Wednesday, January 14, 1863The blacks near the camp are jubilant about Emancipation Proclamation.

Monday, January 19, 1863'Mud March' (to the 22nd) by Army of the Potomac from Rappahannock River

Wednesday, January 21, 186360th NY near Fairfax Station, VA. "Most citizens fled last spring leaving plantations in care of slaves. 60th has had no pay since July 1st 1862, some regiments not paid since April, 1862. Some soldier suggests that if the paymaster cannot come there himself, then at least send an ambrotype and a lock of hair so that they might not forget him! Major Abel Godard has been reinstated as Colonel of the 60th (Col. Godard did not rejoin the regiment until just before Gettysburg in late June) JCO Redington was commissioned Lt. Col. (he led the regiment through Chancellorsville) and Captain Winslow Thomas promoted to Major of the Regiment. (January 8th 1863)

Tuesday, January 27, 1863Mrs. A.B. James of Ogdensburg urges Women of St Lawrence County to continue efforts for Soldiers and sailors

Wednesday, January 28, 1863142nd Infantry at Camp Davis, Upton Hill, Virginia. Promotions in both the 142nd and the 106th.

Wednesday, February 4, 186392nd NY Infantry back at New Bern, NC after Kinston fight. They are not paid either, but have new cloths and 80 rounds ammo. Col. Hunt has star on his shoulders. Regiment needs new Flag. The shaft was shot off at Kinston. casualties 3 killed and 17 wounded. The river (Neuse) is full of ducks but they are only allowed to shoot rebels.

Wednesday, February 4, 1863Guerrilla Warfare discussed in a letter from a soldier, since the plunder is the pay, they are not particular who the paymaster is, Northern troops or southern farmers. General Joseph Hooker takes over the Army of the Potomac. The army has faith in "Fighting Joe Hooker". He has faith in himself which is necessary to give confidence to subordinates. This is where General Burnside failed.

Wednesday, February 4, 1863Senator Preston King visited the 16th and 18th and 142nd NY Regiments at Upton Hill, eight miles from Washington DC.

Wednesday, February 4, 1863Hoard and Company of Watertown commence manufacture of rifles for the government.

Wednesday, February 4, 1863106th, Captain McDonald, Lt. Austin, and 8 sergeants on a one month leave to recruit for the regiment.

Wednesday, February 11, 186392nd NY Infantry. Captains Wolcott and Newton have resigned because they could not endure the hardships of the army life on campaign. Many younger men could not either. Instead of censure, they are entitled to respect and esteem. "Note signed by all the officers of the regiment."

Wednesday, February 11, 1863142nd Col. R W Judson resigned as Col. and appointed paymaster in the army. Lt Col. NM Curtis will be colonel and A M Barney to be Lt Colonel.

Wednesday, February 11, 1863109th Illinois refused to fight because of Emancipation Proclamation. They are placed under arrest and subject to trial by Court Martial.

Wednesday, February 11, 1863Spelling is important Hon. Henry J Ramond received a dispatch saying "Your brother's corpse is at Belle Plains." He hastened to the army as fast as steam could carry him. He was astonished to find his brother there not only alive but in vigorous health. The original message had been "Your brother's Corps is at Belle Plains"

Wednesday, February 18, 186392nd NY Major Hall and Captain Boswell back from Recruiting. skirmishing with Guerrillas easily repulsed. Neuse River (NC) about 1 and 1/2 mile wide at that point.

Wednesday, February 18, 1863Dr. H. C. Austin of Canton has been appointed special examining Surgeon for pension claims in the county.

Saturday, February 28, 186392nd to erect and garrison "Fort Anderson" on opposite (north) bank of the Neuse River from New Bern, NC. The fort when done will be about 1/2 acre with the river side left open. 92nd have between three and four hundred men, healthy cheerful and ready for fight.

Saturday, February 28, 1863106th – Surgeon Skinner reports on a meeting of the officers of the regiment to discuss the Journals of Northern NY reporting that there is dissatisfaction and discontent in the regiment. They conclude that reports are mostly Politically minded.

Wednesday, March 4, 186360th NY in 2nd Brigade, 2nd division of the 12th corps; they are at Aquia Creek, VA. The brigade is constructing fortifications of that important place. (Aquia Creek was a huge supply area for the army on the shore of the Potomac River.) General Hooker's command of the Army well received.

Wednesday, March 18, 1863Lawyers in the town advertising to help discharged soldiers collect $100 bounty. Bounty for disabilities attained during service.

Wednesday, March 25, 1863Battle at Fort Anderson, NC on the 14th described. Pickett's division of General Pettigrew's Corps surround fort, send in flag of truce, and demand surrender of Fort. The Rebels had 6000 men and 26 guns outside the Fort. Colonel Anderson tells the Rebel officer that he cannot surrender unless he consults with his commanding Officer General Foster and asks for 1/2 hour to go and talk to him. That time gave the federal gunboats time to get close enough to support the Fort. Anderson's answer was "that the 92nd was to hold the fort under all hazards and furthermore the 92nd never surrenders." For 5 hours the fort was under fire from the rebel batteries and the Union gunboats were firing over the Fort from the other direction. The rebels finally retreated at 11:00 with 5000 men and 17 guns. Every tent shredded from the bombardment, but no one killed and only two wounded and they not seriously. 92nd, afterwards, reinforced by 85th NY; about 500 men and two more guns added to Fort.

Wednesday, March 25, 186360th NY – Lt. Col. J.C.O. Redington reports that the regiment has about 400 men in good condition. They are encamped at Aquia Creek Landing, VA.

Tuesday, March 31, 186360th NY – Lt. Col. J.C.O. Redington submits names of soldiers for entry in the roll of honor for bravery at Antietam: the seven include 1st Lt. Thomas Hobart, Co. C; Sgt. James S. Cummings, Co. B; Sgt. James Fitch, Co. A; Sgt. William S. Gourley, Co. C; Pvt. Richard Taylor, Co. D; Sgt. Alfred Skiff, Co. E; and private Benj. Premo, Co. H (could not read the last name but this is the best fit for Co. E). The retirement of the regimental flag talked about.

Wednesday, April 1, 186360th – only 300 men remain with the regiment (different than Redington's 400 men reported the week before); men in fine spirit. General Hooker reviews the 12th Corps; he says "they will have something to do as soon as the roads permit." Commanding officers, General Slocum, (commanding the 12th Corps) General John Geary (division commander) and General Jackson (Union General of the brigade) (This was soon to change.)

Tuesday, April 7, 1863Charleston naval attack by Union ironclads

Tuesday, April 7, 186316th reports that the regiment is in fine condition and that if they were sent home early about 2/3 would reenlist.

Tuesday, April 7, 1863142nd – Colonel N. M. Curtis captured and returned under parole at Alexandria, VA. "He strayed from his command."

Wednesday, April 8, 186392nd object of interest from New Bern, NC (visits from that way)

Wednesday, April 8, 1863Three taken prisoner while on picket and one wounded while on picket; two wounded while the fort was under attack.

Tuesday, April 14, 1863106th Moved to Camp Hopkins (VA). Col James' discipline talked about. He had a "horse" mounted 14 feet high for the delinquents to ride out their punishments.

Wednesday, April 15, 1863Taxation for war funds discussed in editorials. Plenty of loyal north citizens happy to pay if there is care in spending!

Tuesday, April 21, 1863There is a new Cavalry Regiment being raised. The 13th NY Cavalry, $175 bounty.

Wednesday, April 22, 186392nd NY at Fort Anderson, NC. Dr Mansfield is popular in Regiment, considered one of the best surgeons in the department. April 1st, excitement about possible attack, most of the troops in the area sent to Washington, NC. Guns heard from that place about 40 miles away.

Wednesday, April 22, 186360th NY – Officers state their political views, backing the government's policies, ONLY the suppression of the rebels acceptable end to the war.

Monday, April 27, 1863Chancellorsville Campaign – Through May 6 – 60th attached to 3rd Brigade, 2nd Division, 12th Corps, Army of the Potomac

Tuesday, April 28, 1863Soldiers Voting rights bill vetoed by Governor Seymour. Lincoln issued Proclamation for the Admission of West Virginia. It shall take effect in 60 days of April 21st 1863, providing that they comply with emancipation changes.

Wednesday, April 29, 1863106th NY – Fairmont (VA) – Companies D and F were captured after they defended a railroad bridge against a large Rebel force for several hours. One officer and 2 men were killed, 4 officers and 96 men captured. The companies were immediately released on parole. Another enlisted man was killed and 4 men wounded in fighting nearby.

Wednesday, April 29, 186392nd NY – Fort Anderson (NC), 6,000-8,000 troops and 18 pieces of artillery sent from across the river and sent to Little Washington NC to support troops led by General Foster. This move strips most of the troops from New Bern. The 92nd considered to be reduced to 4 companies and sent to Washington to be filled up or consolidated.

Wednesday, April 29, 186360th on April 20th did not expect to be still in the same place. They are ordered to be ready at any moment with 5 days rations, 40 rounds ammo, blankets, and 1/2 tent – about 40 lbs. First Sergeants of companies to keep memoranda in which they shall make a strict record of the deportment of each soldier. If meritorious he shall be rewarded, if otherwise, no furloughs, promotion or any other thing that makes a soldier's life desirable. A late order cancels any temporary leaves after May 1st.

Wednesday, April 29, 1863164th – Suffolk, VA – invested by Longstreet's forces, estimated at 50-70 thousand. He is trying to cut off communication with Norfolk, VA. Several attempts have been made without success.

Wednesday, April 29, 1863164th eight companies of the regiment and 1 pc of artillery, out on prowl, captured a camp of rebels.

Wednesday, April 29, 1863142nd now in Suffolk, VA

Wednesday, April 29, 186316th's term of service will expire on the 25th of May; another article says it will muster out on the 15th of May and it has 215 "3–year men" who will be transferred to a different regiment.

Wednesday, April 29, 1863106th NY Regiment left North Mountain to Grafton and Philippi (VA). Skirmished, then retreated back to Grafton. Companies D and F captured and taken prisoners at Fairmount. Company B and others sent to reinforce, but they were too late. (May 3rd the 106th Prisoners were paroled and sent to Pennsylvania. )

Wednesday, April 29, 1863Casualties in the 60th at Chancellorsville (VA) – lost 14 Killed or mortally wounded. Lt. Louis Carnathan and two other officers along with 37 enlisted men wounded.

Wednesday, April 29, 1863Casualties in the 16th at Fredericksburg (VA) and Salem Church (Chancellorsville Battle) – Lost 1 officer and 35 men killed or mortally wounded, and 5 officers and 96 enlisted men wounded, with 17 enlisted men captured or missing.

Tuesday, May 19, 1863Captain John Haddock, formerly connected with the St. Lawrence Republican, has been discharged from US service for violating the sovereignty of a friendly power in arresting a deserter in Canada.

Wednesday, May 20, 186316th Regiment in Albany, NY (May 14th) to Muster out. Captain Wood not dead as reported, he is prisoner at Richmond.

Sunday, June 14, 1863106th NY at Martinsburg, West Virginia – lost 1 Officer and 20 men captured

Monday, June 15, 1863Stephenson's Depot (Virginia)

Monday, June 15, 186360th left Aquia Creek (VA) June 13th; at Fairfax Courthouse Col. Abel Godard joined the regiment to take command. On the 18th of June the regiment formed with the rest of the Corps to witness the execution of three soldiers who had deserted numerous times. (This is always a sad time for the witnesses. It was almost always mentioned in letters home.)

Wednesday, June 17, 186392nd still at Fort Anderson (NC); 12 or 13 regiments, who enlisted for 9 months, now ready to muster out. Still talking about consolidating the 92nd.

Wednesday, June 17, 1863The Malone papers report that the 98th would be consolidated into 5 companies. (On 25 July 1863 they report that the 98th is at New Bern, NC and that the consolidation revoked.)

Wednesday, June 17, 186360th near Aquia Creek (June 9th) – Took active part in fight at Chancellorsville and distinguished itself, but was not in favor of falling back. Unit was ready for a rest though.

Wednesday, June 17, 1863Routine of drill and review of the troops for the General officers as often as 3 times a week.

Wednesday, June 17, 1863At the battle of Chancellorsville the rebels got a great deal of money. They held the battlefield and could easily rob the dead and wounded. One sergeant was found by a rebel surgeon who took his money because he thought he was going to die soon; he also took down the name and address of the soldier's parents. Whether the surgeon sent the money home or not, the author did not know. The soldier did not die until a few days before the letter was sent (early June) and was back within Union Lines.

Wednesday, June 17, 1863Pennsylvania: Harrisburg is calling for 100,000 6–month soldiers to help repel the rebel invasion.

Wednesday, June 24, 1863Rebel invasion still has not resulted in a battle.

Monday, June 29, 1863General Hooker removed from command of Army of the Potomac

Wednesday, July 1, 1863Battle of Gettysburg (Pennsylvania) (to the 3rd)

Wednesday, July 1, 1863Gettysburg Battle – through July 3rd – 60th NY was commanded by Col. Abel Godard. It brought 273 men to the field, losing 11 men killed, and Lt. Myron Stanly and 6 enlisted men mortally wounded, and one officer and 33 enlisted men wounded.

Wednesday, July 1, 1863Battery D, 1st NY Light Artillery was commanded at Gettysburg by Captain George Winslow. It brought 116 men to the field serving 6 – 12 pound Napoleons, and lost 10 wounded and 8 missing in fighting at the Wheatfield.

Wednesday, July 1, 186392nd still at Fort Anderson, New Bern, NC. Supernumerary officers to be dismissed (if consolidated). The regiment waiting for orders.

Wednesday, July 1, 1863General Meade now commander of the army of the Potomac

Wednesday, July 1, 1863"Scotts 900", (Companies B and C) under Major Remington in action at Fairfax Courthouse, VA. They drove the rebels until caught in an ambush. Only 18 of Major Remington's command have returned, the rest captured or left on the field.

Saturday, July 4, 1863Vicksburg, Mississippi, surrenders to Union

Wednesday, July 8, 1863Port Hudson, Louisiana, surrenders to Union; Morgan's raid north of the Ohio begins in Indiana (to the 26th)

Wednesday, July 8, 1863Victory at Gettysburg.

Wednesday, July 8, 186392nd – No reorganization of the regiment ordered yet. Letter from Captain Boswell opines (correctly) that Richmond will not be captured by Peninsula Route.

Wednesday, July 8, 1863Substitutes (for drafted men) to be accepted by paying $300.00

Tuesday, July 14, 1863Editorial "For once the importance of our victories at Gettysburg and Vicksburg does not dwindle by subsequent reports"

Wednesday, July 15, 1863Vicksburg battle described. NY City Riot described. On August 4th it was reported that two from the North Country in the 13th Cavalry were killed during the riots; they were robbed of their bounty money.

Wednesday, July 15, 1863Drafted men from Potsdam listed. Ladies Auxiliary raised money for the relief of soldiers – $167.00.

Wednesday, July 15, 1863A number of bachelors over 35 were drafted and laughed at for not being married; they maliciously replied "it is better to serve 3 years than life."

Wednesday, July 15, 1863On the 16th of July there remained in Gettysburg 5,000 Union wounded and 6,000 Rebel wounded.

Monday, August 17, 1863Fort Sumter, South Carolina, bombarded by Union

Wednesday, August 19, 186360th NY – near Ellis Ford, VA (August 12) – 12th Corps guard the river fords between Ellis Ford and Kelly's Ford, about seven miles of river. One year ago in same area, but with Pope in Command.

Wednesday, August 19, 1863Rebel Conscription – All white males between 18 and 45 who are not already under arms.

Wednesday, August 26, 186392nd NY – Rebel Officer under flag of truce "shown around". The General in Union Command was not happy about rebel being "shown around."

Wednesday, August 26, 1863106th NY – Since June 13th in constant motion, marched 300 miles from Martinsburg to Harpers Ferry (VA) to Washington, DC to Frederick City, MD to South Mountain, MD. There they joined the Army of the Potomac, 3rd Corps under General French, Lt. Col. Embrick in command with Major Townsend second in command. They left Dr Petit in charge of hospital at North Mountain (VA). Captain McDonald will be promoted to Major, Lt. Alfred Hooker to Captain.

Tuesday, September 1, 1863So far in the army in the 5 regiments from St Lawrence County 4,010 men; and about 2,000 in other regiments

Tuesday, September 8, 1863Rifle Making in Watertown. Hoards Rifle Factory, in Watertown, turning out 500 rifles per week. They are highly spoken of and inspected by Government agents on the spot.

Thursday, September 10, 1863Little Rock, Arkansas, captured by Union

Wednesday, September 16, 186392nd's Major Hall commissioned Colonel (This happened, but I don't think he served as Colonel). Letter from soldier opines on blacks serving in the Rebel army. "They are too valuable at $1000 a man to lose during the war."

Wednesday, September 16, 1863Advertisement for artificial limbs, James A. Foster of West Stockholm displaying limbs at Canton Fair.

Saturday, September 19, 1863Battle of Chickamauga (Georgia) (to the 20th)

Tuesday, October 20, 18636,000 drafted men sent to Riker's Island near New York City to train. Almost the same sent to Elmira, NY.

Wednesday, October 21, 186392nd back at Fort Anderson, NC. It is the 2nd anniversary of the organization of the regiment. 300,000 more called by President Lincoln to be supplied by draft, volunteers to be deducted from draft and to be paid bounties. Conscripts preferred to Army of the Potomac, not enough for 92nd.

Tuesday, October 27, 1863Rosecrans replaced by General Thomas in Chattanooga (TN), and overall command of the department under General Grant

Tuesday, October 27, 1863Tom Thumb and wife visiting in Ogdensburg this week.

Wednesday, October 28, 1863106th on picket; ordered to fall back, but surrounded by rebel cavalry. "Surrender or fight" was the question, fight they did. This fight near Bull Run battlefield; Casualties 3 Killed, 8 wounded and 18 missing. (This took place during the Bristoe Campaign, Oct.11th, 1863 near Culpepper Courthouse, VA)

Thursday, October 29, 1863Battle of Wauhatchie, Lookout Valley, near Chattanooga, TN. 60th did not fight there; the rest of Geary's Division attacked by Longstreet Troops at night. They were repelled.

Wednesday, November 11, 1863The route taken by the 60th from Rapidan River to Bridgeport, Alabama described. On the 27th October the 60th and Geary's 2nd division of the 12th Corps were ordered to cross the Tennessee River and march toward Chattanooga, about 28 miles up the river. They will fight to open up supply lines to Chattanooga. The landscape described as being similar to Hollywood (South Colton) and Piercefield, NY.

Wednesday, November 11, 186392nd – Colonel Anderson returned from Washington with 22 soldiers, including 4 or 5 deserters. Most men stayed in Washington and manned Washington's defenses. Many arrested while on the way back after sick leave. They will have time to prove their innocence.

Wednesday, November 11, 1863142nd NY at Folly Island, South Carolina. They have been there since August 17th, 1863, except for a few days during the bombardment of Fort Sumter. The health of the regiment has not been good since their arrival on the Island.

Wednesday, November 18, 186316th NY Heavy Artillery at Yorktown, VA

Wednesday, November 18, 186313th NY Cavalry at Germantown, VA; parts of Company G captured by Moseby's Band

Wednesday, November 18, 1863Diseases and Infirmities exempting men from draft were listed, including "Manifest imbecility"

Wednesday, November 18, 1863Major (Seth Pierre) Remington back in St. Lawrence County recruiting for "Scotts 900".

Monday, November 23, 1863Through November 27 – Battle of Chattanooga

Monday, November 23, 186360th at Lookout Mountain and Ringgold, TN; lose 10 men killed or mortally wounded, with 5 officers and 35 enlisted men wounded.

Monday, November 23, 1863Battle of Chattanooga (Tennessee) (to the 25th)

Wednesday, November 25, 1863Rumors of plot by secessionists from Montreal, Canada to loot Rouses Point and Plattsburgh, NY.

Wednesday, November 25, 186360th NY – (November 1st, 1863) crossed the Tennessee River on the 27th; Wauhatchie battle described, but 60th not engaged; they were left back at Whiteside to guard a crossing there. 11th and 12th Corps soldiers derided by Army of the Cumberland soldiers. Wounded from Battles sent back to Bridgeport (AL) – 137 lost, 16 killed, 75 Wounded (the most in the brigade). Brigade's General George Sears Greene wounded seriously in face.

Wednesday, November 25, 1863Naval letter states that the USS Magnolia captured the British Steamer "Memphis" and the prize courts condemned it. Ordinary sailors get $1,736; 1st class firemen get $2849.75 in "spoils of War."

Thursday, November 26, 1863Mine Run Campaign begins in Virginia (to December 2)

Friday, November 27, 1863106th NY lost 2 men killed, one man mortally wounded, 1 officer and 11 men wounded at Locust Grove (VA) during the Mine Run Campaign.

Wednesday, December 9, 1863"Much to do about nothing" siege of Knoxville, TN, over and Rebel General Longstreet heading back to Virginia.

Wednesday, December 16, 1863Pension bureau reports that there are only 18 Revolutionary War Pensioners still on rolls.

Wednesday, December 16, 186392nd NY – The Sabbath is a casualty of War. Men on detached service return to Regiment. They have 318 officers and men, out of 363 on rolls. General Grant mopping up after Battle of Chattanooga. Rebel General Bragg removed from Command of CSA Army of Tennessee.

Wednesday, December 23, 186360th NY – Battle of Lookout Mountain (TN) described with casualties listed (one month after the fact). All the dead were shot in the head. 60th did not participate in the Missionary Ridge battle on November 25th. They did fight at Ringgold (TN).

Wednesday, December 23, 1863"Scotts 900" recruits will get bounty money.

Wednesday, December 23, 1863The death of General Corcoran. The General died of wounds suffered from a fall from his horse. He was the commander of the Irish Legion, which included the 164th NY included in its ranks

Wednesday, December 30, 1863Soldier from 10th Minnesota Regiment described Indian Wars in the West.

Wednesday, December 30, 186360th is being reenlisted as a veteran Regiment for three years. Regiment will be allowed to go home for 30 days leave for furlough and to recruit to fill up ranks.

Wednesday, December 30, 1863Prisoner exchanges still having problems because of treatment of black soldiers.

1864

Wednesday, January 6, 1864Franklin County: several towns have filled their (enlistment) quotas. 15 out of 16 towns have $300.00 local bounties.

Wednesday, January 6, 186498th NY have re-enlisted and will soon be home.

Thursday, January 7, 1864106th NY: Doctor Calvin Skinner has resigned his commission and returned to Malone. Assistant Surgeon Frederick Pettit died on the 24th of Dec 1863 because of accidental axe wounds to the foot.

Thursday, January 7, 1864142nd NY: Captain John D Ransom arrived in Ogdensburg to recruit. When he left the regiment near Charleston, SC the 142nd numbered 700 men and was enjoying good health.

Thursday, January 7, 1864Interesting to deserters: The President of the US and the Secretary of State both direct the newspaper to state that deserters in Canada who will return to their regiment shall not be punished or harmed.

Tuesday, January 12, 186460th NY: Captured flags presented to the NY Assembly. 149th presented an Alabama Regiment's National Flag and the 60th presented another rebel national flag in good condition.

Tuesday, January 12, 1864$300 Commutation clause not to be repealed. (The clause that allowed a person to pay $300 to get out of draft)

Tuesday, January 12, 1864The Recuperative powers of the Union: Rev Dr Powers of Springfield, Mass stated that 1,800,000 men have been called into the field; 2,000 battles have taken place; 210,000 men have been killed, wounded or taken prisoner since the war began. Yet in the meantime, 487,000 young men have reached military age.

Wednesday, January 13, 186460th NY re-enlisted and on the way home for veteran's furlough, the train had an accident near Antwerp, NY. Only a few of the "boys" slightly bruised. Formal reception of the regiment Thursday, introduced Color Sgts. William Lahey of Co. I and Sgt L.L. Buck of Co. A with their war torn and battered flag. While at Ogdensburg they will be looking for recruits to fill up the ranks.

Wednesday, January 20, 186492nd NY: A private sentenced to death for desertion. He was one of three that deserted to the enemy in order to be paroled to "get a visit home while waiting to be exchanged". (That soldier later died of disease, before his sentence could be carried out)

Wednesday, January 20, 186460th NY: some of the 60th fought side by side with 149th NYers near a barn in order to sharp shoot at Confederate Battery in Ringgold Gap. This caused the rebel battery to be withdrawn and ended the fighting there (27 November 1863) First installment of new recruits for the 60th to arrive at Camp Wheeler, about 90 men.

Tuesday, February 2, 1864Three deserters failed to cross the ice of the St Lawrence River. They were arrested and are in jail at Ogdensburg.

Wednesday, February 3, 1864Town meetings to be held, to elect Town supervisors and other town officers

Wednesday, February 3, 1864"History of the 60th NY" by Richard Eddy on sale by subscription for $ 1.25; will be delivered March 1st 1864. (60th History covers July 1861- 7 January 1864; it does not include history as a veteran regiment)

Tuesday, February 9, 186416 British Soldiers of the 47th Regiment stationed in Kingston, CW (Ontario) came over the St Lawrence river on the ice and proceeded to Watertown to enlist in American service. Six men of the same regiment came over a few days earlier. Nothing but a close watch will keep the whole regiment from deserting.

Wednesday, February 10, 186492nd NY working on improving Fort Anderson in New Berne, NC. They were vaccinated again, on the principle that "we can't be too safe"

Tuesday, February 16, 1864The district Attorney of St Lawrence County at Ogdensburg has requested that the village withdraw their local currency for a uniform currency.

Tuesday, February 16, 1864Colonel Abel Godard spoke to the Soldier's Aid society of Richville. A supper after, raised money for the relief of soldiers and their families. After a discussion they all decided to double their donation for the supper to $1.00 each.

Wednesday, February 17, 186460th NY Veteran Infantry left Ogdensburg 13 February 1864 for the Chattanooga area. They were presented a new flag and asked Col. Judson to convey the old flag to Albany to be preserved by the Bureau of Military Statistics. Captain Hugh Smith remained to pick up a few stragglers who hadn't reached here (O'burg) in time for the first train.

Tuesday, February 23, 1864Martin Claffy deserted and went to Canada but came back to enlist in the interior of the state. He was found in the bottom of a sleigh covered by a buffalo robe. He was arrested. (But served with the 142nd NY until transferred to the 169th NY at the end of the war.

Tuesday, February 23, 1864142nd near Charleston, SC: a group of pickets from 142nd saw a porpoise trapped in a hole. They shot at it until it was killed. It weighed 1400 lbs. The shooting alarmed the whole camp. "It was decidedly a fish story."

Tuesday, February 23, 1864The Canton Plaindealer is agitating for a fire engine for the village. A village the size of Canton should have more than pails for extinguishing fires.

Wednesday, February 24, 1864Scott's 900: stationed near Washington for the last two years. Their Colonel, James B Swain, discharged from service for gross neglect of duty, using false musters and disobedience of orders.

Tuesday, March 1, 1864142nd on the 10th Feb made a raid on John's Island, surprised the enemy, had a bit of a fight and drove them. Only three of the regiment wounded, including Sgt. Major Johnson.

Tuesday, March 1, 1864A judge, after decreeing that a prisoner be hung by the neck until dead, said: "I hope that you will take this as a warning"

Wednesday, March 2, 186460th NY- while returning to Tennessee, Private Henry Ladue, a new recruit, slipped under the train and had his legs amputated by the train. He later died in Jeffersonville, KY.

Wednesday, March 2, 1864No draft necessary for NY State because of enlistments.

Wednesday, March 9, 186492nd NY all quiet in Fort Anderson, veteran Volunteers not permitted to have furloughs yet.

Saturday, March 12, 1864Red River Campaign begins (Louisiana)

Tuesday, March 15, 1864200,000 immigrants arrived in the US during 1863.

Tuesday, March 15, 186412 Revolutionary War Pensioners survive, the youngest 92 and the oldest 105.

Wednesday, March 30, 186460th NY and 102nd NY rumored to be combined. (This did not happen, 102nd and 78th NY were combined)

Wednesday, March 30, 1864Wooden Legs sold by A. N. Tupper in Potsdam.

Wednesday, April 6, 1864106th NY in Camp near Brandy Station, VA. Lt Col. Townsend commands the regiment. Col. Embrick dismissed from service, has been reinstated, but due to low numbers in regiment he can't be mustered. 106th in General Morris' brigade, 3rd Division, 6th Corps. The old 3rd Corps broken up.

Wednesday, April 6, 186460th NY - Stevenson, Alabama on 27 March 1864 had 12 inches of snow! Their brigade doing picket and provost duty at Stevenson, Alabama post. The men that did not re-enlist were returned from 137th NY where they served while the veteran regiment was on furlough. This adds 45 to regiment. Regiment to be ready to move in 24 hours notice.

Friday, April 8, 1864Battle of Mansfield (Louisiana)

Saturday, April 9, 1864Battle of Pleasant Hill (Louisiana)

Tuesday, April 12, 1864General Grant is secreting plans from the press. Never before in this war have the newspapers been so in the dark about the next place of attack.

Monday, May 9, 1864Battles of Snake Creek Gap and Dalton (Georgia) (latter to the 13th)

Wednesday, May 11, 1864John T Rutherford (Madrid), 9th NY Cavalry, Medal of Honor Citation: Made a successful charge at Yellow Tavern, Virginia, 11 May 1864, by which 90 prisoners were captured. On 27 May 1864, in a gallant dash on a superior force of the enemy, and in a personal encounter, captured his opponent.

Wednesday, May 11, 186460th NY: all quiet on the Tennessee; 11th and 12th Corps consolidated into 20th Corps. General Slocum removed as commander of the Twelfth, General Hooker to Command the 20th.

Wednesday, May 11, 186492nd at Yorktown, VA, 3 May 1864. In 18th Corps, General Brooks Division, Col. Sanders 3rd Brigade, 96th NY and 98th NY there too. Most Regiments are full. 92nd NY Regiment looks like a company in comparison to most other regiments.

Wednesday, May 11, 186414th NY Heavy Artillery in Warrington Junction, VA, 3 May 1864, They arrived in Washington from New York, 1800 strong, 27 April, then marched to Alexandria, VA to Fairfax, VA then to Warrington Junction. "It was a sore disappointment for some of the boys to have to pack knapsacks and march in the fashion of infantry." No one in the regiment expected to be used as infantry.

Wednesday, May 11, 1864106th NY near Brandy Station 3 May. Received marching orders to cross the Rapidan at the same place as last fall.

Saturday, May 14, 186460th NY at Calhoun Ford, Georgia have been fighting and marching continuously since May 4th.

Saturday, May 14, 1864Battle of Resaca (Georgia) to the 15th

Sunday, May 15, 1864Battle of New Market (Virginia)

Monday, May 16, 1864Battle of Drewry's Bluff (Virginia)

Wednesday, May 18, 1864Scott's 900- (11th NY Cavalry) at Doyle's Plantation, Louisiana; not Texas as rumored. They are doing duty as detachments, not as a whole regiment. Doyle is now a rebel Guerrilla leader. Original part of the regiment not pleased at being called 11th NY Cavalry "but what's in a name?"

Monday, May 23, 1864Battle of the North Anna (Virginia) (to the 26th)

Wednesday, May 25, 1864Battle of New Hope Church, Georgia through May 27, Follett Johnson - Medal of Honor

Wednesday, May 25, 186460th NY involved in finding rebel lines, they found them dug in and the 60th's skirmisher or picket lines were harassed by sharp shooters in the woods. Several of the regiment had been hit by these sharpshooters. They located a tree behind which a confederate sharpshooter had hid. The sharpshooter was waiting for a union target to show himself. Private Follett Johnson volunteered to stand up to provide that target while two of his comrades focused on the tree with their muskets. Johnson stood up, the Confederate stepped out to shoot and Follett's comrades did their job, dropping the sharpshooter in his tracks. For this action Follett Johnson was given the Medal of Honor. Follett survived the war and eventually moved to Massena, NY, became a police officer and died there 9 March 1909. He is buried in Pine Grove Cemetery, Massena.

Wednesday, May 25, 1864Battle of New Hope Church (Georgia) (to June 4)

Sunday, June 19, 1864Battle of the USS Kearsarge and the CSS Alabama off Cherbourg, France

Wednesday, June 22, 186414th Heavy Artillery (7 June 1864) 8 miles from Richmond; they have lost 150 killed and wounded, 100 taken prisoners. 106th NY about 1 mile away, 142nd NY and 92nd NY within 1½ mile of their position.

Wednesday, June 29, 186460th NY in line of battle near Acworth, GA and 10 miles from Marietta, GA on 7 June 1864. Since May 29th had 1 killed and 1 wounded.

Wednesday, June 29, 186492nd at Petersburg, Virginia; in the attempt by the 18th Corps to capture Petersburg, the 92nd played a prominent part. Their skirmish line captured a whole line of the enemy's works. Taking 500 prisoners and 12-15 guns. 92nd went in with 100 men and 5 officers and had no men killed and only 7 wounded.

Wednesday, July 6, 186460th NY - near Marietta, GA, June 18, 1864; Position not changed much except a gradual advance toward Atlanta. Battles on June 15th and 16th caused 2 killed and 22 wounded. (Battles of Pine Knob and Gigal Church or Gogatha.)

Wednesday, July 6, 186492nd - Major Merriman had his arm shattered by a shell on 20 June; he leaves Captain Fay in command of Regiment.

Wednesday, July 13, 186460th NY in line facing Kennesaw Mountain Line, 8 miles southwest of Big Shanty and 6 miles from Marietta, GA. Col. Godard has been compelled to leave on account of sickness. Senior Captain Thomas Elliott commands regiment. He has been promoted to Major but has not mustered at that rank.

Wednesday, July 13, 186492nd NY - In trenches near Petersburg, the enemy's line is 500 feet apart; between lines are rifle pits. The pits are holes in the ground big enough for two or three men; they sit down in order to hide from the sharpshooters. To expose any part of a man's person is to draw fire from sharpshooters. "A man is anything but safe a mile distant." In addition, artillery shot and shell come in all times of the day. Yet the men are jolly and crack jokes as coolly as if it were 40 below instead of 100 above zero. They are taking casualties continually.

Wednesday, July 13, 1864Captain Thomas Hickey of the 164th NY died in Washington, DC from wounds that he received at Cold Harbor. He had no less than five wounds.

Thursday, July 14, 1864Battle of Tupelo (Mississippi)

Wednesday, July 20, 186460th NY (July 2) still near Kennesaw Mountain line, battle goes on constantly, skirmishing all the time. Rebels have strong entrenchments on the Mountain. Where the 60th is, on the right, the rebels are not in as good a position and the Union right has made advances. Assault on Kennesaw Mountain ordered on the 27th of June, by our left. The 20th Corps not actively engaged. Assault failed on left. Geary's Division advanced to a woods and entrenched there. 7 wounded in this advance. 2 who were wounded previously have died. 60th constantly in presence of the enemy for 50 days. (July 5) Col. Godard to return to the regiment, some say "too soon;" he is still sick. E. A. Merritt, Quartermaster of the 60th regiment, promoted to Captain and transferred to Washington, DC in the US Army Commissary Department. (He was the man who wrote to the local newspapers from the start of the 60th's service until then.)

Wednesday, July 20, 1864(The town of) Gouverneur on the 9 July voted to pay veteran volunteers credited to the town, $300 for 1 year enlistment, $400 for two years and $600 for 3 years enlistment. They are recruiting for the next call!

Wednesday, July 20, 1864Battle of Peachtree Creek (Georgia)

Friday, July 22, 1864Battle of Atlanta (Georgia)

Wednesday, July 27, 1864106th Two officers listed as being prisoners of war at Libby Prison in Richmond. They are Lieutenant Charles N Munson and Major AN McDonald.

Saturday, July 30, 1864Charles H. Houghton, Captain, Company L, 14 NY Heavy Artillery - Medal of HonorCitation for both Mine Explosion, 30 July 1864 and Fort Hascell 25 March 1865, displayed most conspicuous gallantry and repeatedly exposed himself voluntarily to great danger, was three times wounded and suffered loss of a leg.

Saturday, July 30, 1864Petersburg Mine exploded by Union sappers and battle of the Crater follows (Virginia)

Wednesday, August 3, 1864New Hotel at Massena Springs. Oil wells in Western PA producing great excitement. Some are producing 60 barrels of crude a day. Some farms sold for $60,000.

Wednesday, August 3, 186492nd Captain Boswell resigns his commission because of wounds suffered at Cold Harbor. (He was the correspondent to the Courier Freeman from the beginning of their service up until Cold Harbor. Signed his letters "Paley")

Wednesday, August 3, 1864Number of Veteran Volunteers credited to Potsdam is 32, they will receive $300.

Friday, August 5, 1864Battle of Mobile Bay (Alabama)

Wednesday, August 10, 1864Scott's 900 consolidated at Doyle's Plantation. Serving from there, Company G skirmishes and have 10 wounded. Sickness hitting the regiment, bad water said to be the cause.

Wednesday, August 10, 1864Company M, 14th NY Heavy Artillery, when they left New York Harbor, April 22, they had 132. Now only 31 left.

Wednesday, August 10, 1864Sanitary Department of Army have made an earnest request for preparation of blackberries for the soldiers. Blackberries have superior value in the treatment of certain diseases.

Wednesday, August 17, 186460th NY (July 29th) entrenched within a mile from coveted Atlanta. General Hooker replaced as Corps Commander (by General H W Slocum). Hooker was liked within the regiment and Corps (but not by General Sherman).

Wednesday, August 17, 1864Town of Russell has furnished 341 men since the beginning of the war, they were all volunteers except 20 drafted men up to July 1864. They have furnished 1/10th of their entire population and two thirds of the legal voters.

Wednesday, August 17, 1864General Hooker visited relatives in Watertown, New York and was greeted with a band and a large concourse of citizens.

Thursday, August 18, 1864Blackberry Bee in Bangor and Brandon. They gather at least 300 bushels of blackberries. They will be dried and sent to the post offices to be packed and sent to the soldiers.

Thursday, August 18, 1864Battle of the Weldon Railroad (Virginia) (to the 19th)

Wednesday, August 24, 186460th NY within 1½ to two miles from Atlanta, Georgia; Colonel Godard has had to relinquish command again due to sickness. He wants to remain until the end of the campaign, but may have remained too long.

Thursday, August 25, 1864Battle of Reams' Station (Virginia)

Wednesday, August 31, 186492nd has been in the trenches for 8 days without relief; during that time 2 men killed and 5 men wounded (August 22, 1864)

Wednesday, August 31, 1864Scott's 900 August 6, 1864): The regiment at Mr. Holmes' Plantation, LA. The Colonel has been appointed Chief of Cavalry for this department. The Lieutenant Colonel has been detached leaving Major SP Remington in Command of the regiment. Health of the regiment very poor.

Wednesday, August 31, 1864Recruits for the Navy left Potsdam: 29 from Potsdam, 13 from Stockholm and 2 from Louisville.

Wednesday, August 31, 1864106th Near Harper's Ferry, August 22; losses from a battle near Charlestown, VA - 1 killed and 5 wounded.

Wednesday, August 31, 1864Huge total bonus amounts for volunteer recruits: $1192 for 1 year enlistments, $1484 for 2 years, and $1776 for 3 years enlistments

Wednesday, August 31, 1864Battle of Jonesboro (Georgia) (to September 1)

Friday, September 2, 1864Atlanta won! 60th NY and 111th Pennsylvania both hoisted their flags about noon on September 2 on the Courthouse in Atlanta. Both belong to Geary's Division of the 20th Corps. The flag raised by the 60th was the same flag presented to the regiment in January from the ladies of Ogdensburg.

Wednesday, September 14, 1864St Lawrence County has 26 excess enlistments, no draft.

Monday, September 19, 18643rd Battle of Winchester (Virginia)

Wednesday, September 21, 186440 men enlisted from Potsdam, full quota, and also credited with several Naval enlistments; no draft in Potsdam and probably not in County.

Wednesday, September 21, 1864Dried Apples for soldiers - women of St Lawrence County asked to dry apples to send to soldiers as well as canned tomatoes too!

Wednesday, September 21, 186492nd NY is in camp at Point of Rock on the James River. The time of enlistment for the regiment is out on the 7th of November.

Wednesday, September 21, 1864106th NY - Tiffany of NY is preparing a new flag for the regiment. It will be regulation size and have battles embroidered upon it.

Thursday, September 22, 1864Battle of Fisher's Hill (Virginia)

Thursday, September 22, 1864Battle of Pilot Knob (Missouri)

Thursday, September 29, 186460th NY started for Chattanooga to escort several dispensers of greenbacks belonging to the 20th Corps. Captain Elliott remains in command. Colonel Ireland, commander of the brigade, died suddenly.

Thursday, September 29, 1864Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia - through October 1

Wednesday, October 12, 186492nd NY In the battle of Chaffin's Farm: 13 killed or mortally wounded, 10 wounded, and 6 missing. As of 2 Oct, only 44 men present and one Commissioned officer. Lt George S. Thompson in command of regiment.

Wednesday, October 12, 1864Doctor WQ Mansfield, formerly Assistant Surgeon of the 92nd NY, was appointed Surgeon in Chief of the 2nd Brigade of the 18th Corps of the Army of the Potomac.

Tuesday, October 18, 1864Wide Awakes return for Lincoln in Norfolk, NY (a Republican party organization of young men)

Wednesday, October 19, 1864In the last draft call of 500,000 men, St Lawrence County was require to raise 1100 new recruits; 1700 stepped forward.

Wednesday, October 19, 1864Saint Albans, Vermont Raid, Confederate soldiers dressed in civilian clothes robbed banks in Saint Albans then escaped to Canada. Seven captured in US had $50,000 on them. Twelve captured in Canada were held in Montréal. A regiment of US Troops were stationed in Saint Albans after the raid.

Wednesday, October 26, 1864(dated 23 Oct 1864) 13 of the rebel raiders (of Saint Albans, Vermont) are in jail in Montréal, they are mostly young men from Kentucky. They insist that they are in rebel service and are confident that they will be released.

Thursday, October 27, 1864Because Black Union POWs were used in the construction of rebel trenches, General Butler demanded that rebel POWs be used for the same tasks at Dutch Gap canal within rifle shot of the rebel troops. General Lee stopped this practice and sent black POWs back to Richmond. General Butler stopped his retaliation immediately.

Thursday, October 27, 1864Darbytown Road, Virginia - through October 29

Tuesday, November 1, 186460th NY voted 219 unanimously for Lincoln. They are boys who never turn their back on the enemy.

Wednesday, November 2, 1864Scott's 900: Men report that there is nothing more acceptable to the soldiers than the receipt of a local newspaper. Colonel James B Swain acquitted of charges and returned to his former rank. Present Colonel Sherburn tendered his resignation, but it was not accepted; he was ordered back to the 11th NY Cavalry (Scott's 900)

Wednesday, November 2, 1864Home guards formed throughout the Northern states bordering Canada (in response to the Saint Albans Raid). Company A will meet for drill every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday evenings.

Wednesday, November 9, 186492nd involved in battle of Chaffins Farm. They were deployed as skirmishers on the old Battlefield of Fair Oaks, Co H had seven men; they drove the cavalry back, saw that the rebel works were clear, without support, they got into the ditch and were surrounded and had to surrender.

Wednesday, November 9, 1864For Presidential Election 25,000 to 30,000 men from various hospitals sent home to vote; a large number arrived in Potsdam on a special train.

Wednesday, November 16, 1864Confederate President Jefferson Davis talks of enlisting the blacks for confederate service, but only talks about using them for teamsters and building fortifications, and paying their masters for lost labor. This had already been done throughout the war.

Wednesday, November 16, 1864March to the Sea (to December 21) begins from Atlanta,Georgia

Wednesday, November 23, 1864Where is General Sherman's Army?

Wednesday, November 23, 186460th NY (9 November 1864) "On the verge of an eventful campaign." They are getting ready to leave Atlanta. They will carry twenty days rations, the country through which they will march will have to provide the other thirty days rations. No destination is known to the Army.

Wednesday, December 7, 1864No official report on Sherman's Army only from Southern papers and he does not seem to have run into serious opposition. General Grant says that "the confederacy is a shell and Sherman will prove it."

Wednesday, December 7, 1864142nd NY officers mourning Captain John D Ransom who died November 10th from wounds suffered in the 29 Sept Battle.

Wednesday, December 7, 186413th NY Cavalry moved to Vienna, Virginia searching for Colonel Mosby in the Blue Ridge Mountains. More border scares in Ogdensburg and Rouses Point. Home guard called out on patrol.

Wednesday, December 14, 186492nd in the last campaign lost 27 killed and 137 wounded.

Wednesday, December 21, 1864Sherman's army takes Savannah on 21 December 1864.

Thursday, December 22, 1864Steamer "North America" flounders and sinks off the Coast of Florida. The North America was bringing back sick and wounded soldiers from the hospitals of New Orleans to New York. About 200 of the very sick and wounded men drowned when the ship sunk. Many of them were in Scott's 900 and were from St Lawrence County.

Sunday, December 25, 1864William Walling, 142nd NY - Medal of HonorWhile there outside the fort on the landside, waiting for orders to attack which never came, William Walling of the 142nd NY saw a rebel flag fall, cut down by the union bombardment of the Fort. He sprinted across an open plain, crossed a palisade of logs and recovered the flag, taking it back to his line. For this action he was awarded the Medal of Honor. He survived the war, eventually ending up in Potsdam and owning a hardware store. He died June 16, 1912 and is buried in Bayside Cemetery, Potsdam.

Thursday, December 29, 1864Three St Alban's raiders captured in Concord, New Hampshire. They enlisted in the Union Army hoping to get back to rebel lines on Uncle Sam's expense. Six of the released Rebel Raiders that were set free in Montréal were captured again, including leader Benett Young.

1865

Wednesday, January 4, 1865Cavalry is organizing for defense in Clinton County

Thursday, January 5, 186598th New York - The new Regiment's Commander, Lieutenant Colonel Kreutzer, maintains the regiment as a good organization. He looks to add recruits from Clinton and Franklin Counties.

Thursday, January 5, 1865Major Andrew McDonald of 106th New York made escape from Prison near Columbia, South Carolina. He made it through to the Sherman lines and returned to New York City by steamer.

Thursday, January 5, 186560th New York Infantry - letter from Captain Percy Shelly Sinclair written from Savannah. He said that he and the men of Co E were in high spirits and well. They had been "fared sumptuously" in the Great March through Georgia.

Wednesday, January 11, 186592nd New York Regiment in Albany to muster out. There are only 75 men and 7 officers.

Wednesday, January 11, 186516th New York Cavalry in the Shenandoah Valley at Aldie and Middleburg.

Friday, January 13, 18652nd Union attack on Fort Fisher (to the 15th)

Sunday, January 15, 1865Fort Fisher, North Carolina, falls to Union naval and land forces

Wednesday, January 18, 1865Fort Fisher Taken! (January 15, 1865)

Wednesday, January 18, 1865General Benjamin F Butler removed from Command of the Army of the James

Wednesday, January 18, 1865Passports enforced when traveling to Canada. (now a new enforced law going to Canada)

Wednesday, January 18, 1865General N Martin Curtis awarded Medal of Honor for bravery, being the first through the stockade in assault of Fort Fisher, personally led the traverses, wounded four times including loss of his left eye.

Wednesday, January 18, 1865Henry S Webster, Stockholm, United States Navy, landsman[Marine?], USS Susquehanna, awarded the Medal of Honor, carried off the beach a wounded officer at Fort Fisher.

Wednesday, January 18, 1865Alaric B Chapin, Private, Co G 142nd New York Infantry, awarded Medal of Honor for, in advance of the assault, chopping down the palisades to allow the army to attack Fort Fisher.

Wednesday, January 25, 186560th New York in Savannah, Georgia duty as Provost-Marshal. This includes all kinds of judgment in civil courts.

Wednesday, January 25, 1865New Regiment being raised in Potsdam by Major John C Gilmore (formerly from the 16th New York). New regiment became the 193rd New York Infantry. Another letter asks recruits to join the "Old 60th New York"; it made more sense to join in a veteran Regiment.

Wednesday, February 1, 1865106th New York Infantry, a New flag given from "the Ladies of the 17th Congressional District." The flag was received from Captain Briggs, commanding Regiment.

Wednesday, February 1, 186560th New York Infantry - on January 19th 1865, General Geary was relieved from commanding Provost-Marshal in Savannah, Georgia and his Division of the 20th Corps joined with General W T Sherman's Army in his march north through South Carolina and North Carolina.

Sunday, February 5, 1865Battle of Hatcher's Run (Virginia) (to the 7th)

Wednesday, February 8, 1865Potsdam: three school districts in the village "should unite in a school Union"

Wednesday, February 8, 186592nd New York Infantry returned to the county "quietly"; no sentinel posted to give them an alarm: 997 men started out in 1862, 109 recruits, 16 battles, numerous skirmishes. 45 KIA, 151 died of wounds and diseases, 505 discharged for disability, 123 deserted, 39 MIA, term of service still in hospital 55, and 120 transferred to 96th. They were mustered out 7 January 1865 with only 68 out of 1106 men.

Wednesday, February 15, 1865Snow blocks from the south (to Potsdam). No mail for 5 days. Ogdensburg to Vermont running as usual.

Thursday, March 16, 1865142nd New York Infantry has Lieutenant Colonel Albert M Barney mustered as Colonel of 142nd; Major William Jones of Malone to Lieutenant Colonel; N Martin Curtis promoted to Brigadier General of US Volunteers. [Previously Curtis was Brevetted as Brigadier General.] 142nd left for a garrison at Smithville, North Carolina, near Cape Fear

Thursday, March 16, 1865Battle of Averysboro (North Carolina)

Saturday, March 18, 1865Brigadier General Newton Martin Curtis arrived home in Ogdensburg, 11 March 1865 after recovering from a headshot wound (above left eye) at Fort Fisher Battle, 15 January 1865.

Saturday, March 18, 1865Passports order revoked - Canada and US can handle without passports.

Wednesday, March 29, 186560th New York Infantry near Fayetteville, North Carolina; Sherman's March North not impeded by Johnston's Army (the Letter was sent 14 March 1865, that was before the Bentonville, North Carolina battle 20 March 1865) Capt Lester Willson commissioned as a Lieutenant Colonel and is the commander of the 60th New York. [60th involved with battle at Averysborough, North Carolina (before Bentonville), only as backup for Bentonville on second day.]

Wednesday, March 29, 1865Fort Stedman attacked at Petersburg, Virginia - Rebels capture the Fort but fail to keep it, Union Army retakes the Fort. 14th New York Heavy Artillery in front line of that battle and lost many casualties, including 13 killed, 35 wounded, and 209 missing [supposed mostly captured].

Wednesday, April 12, 1865Lee and Army of Northern Virginia Surrender 9 April 1865

Wednesday, April 12, 1865106th New York Infantry took part in April 2nd battle at Petersburg: 7 killed, 37 wounded.

Wednesday, April 12, 1865Potsdam Celebration a "Veritable Jubilee" on Monday April 10th. On Market Street and Main Street lit bonfires, home guard and glee clubs entertain, night time there are notable speakers at American Hotel.

Friday, April 14, 1865Lincoln shot by John Wilkes Booth

Saturday, April 15, 1865Lincoln dies

Wednesday, April 19, 1865President Lincoln's Assassination

Wednesday, April 19, 1865Bounties Listed in the towns of the county $405,649, County Bounties $806,200.

Wednesday, April 19, 1865Income tax for war in Potsdam listed for 1863, those who earned over $600 in income taxed 5%.

Thursday, April 20, 186598th New York Infantry in Weitzel's Division 1st Brigade along with first regiments entered Richmond 8:00 AM April 2. Colonel Kreutzer Commanding the 98th appointed Provost-Marshal of the 2nd District.

Thursday, April 20, 1865118th New York Infantry also in the same Division is safe within Richmond dated April 1865. Lieutenant Clifford Hubbard says our division was the first to enter the city, "It is the happiest day of my life."

Wednesday, April 26, 1865Johnston surrenders to Sherman in North Carolina

Wednesday, April 26, 1865Sherman's surrender terms for Johnston's Army too generous, rejected by government. Terms included non-military. Later surrender terms same as General Grant used for Lee, accepted.

Wednesday, April 26, 1865Sermon by Potsdam's Gurley for Lincoln's Funeral.

Wednesday, May 10, 1865Scott's 900 near Memphis, Tennessee, letter of 1 May 1865 "Most Confederates giving up and pledging oath. Some guerillas still at large and fighting. Union soldiers caught at Germantown, Tennessee at least 6 were made to dig graves then kneeled and murdered.

Wednesday, May 10, 1865Steamer Sultana (whose boilers exploded while transporting thousands of ex-prisoners from Andersonville and Cahawba prisions) was a short distance from Scott's 900 location (New Madrid). 2100 on board, lost 1500 men.

Wednesday, May 17, 1865People for raising a 1 dollar subscription to maintain Lincoln family, $100,000 goal; any excess will be given to charity. Postmasters collecting signatures.

Wednesday, May 24, 1865A woolen factory in Potsdam, thought a great idea, it has great water power.

Wednesday, May 24, 1865Grand Review of the armies in Washington, DC May 23rd and 24th

Friday, May 26, 1865Smith surrenders to Canby in Trans-Mississippi

Friday, June 2, 1865CSS Shenandoah ends operations in Bering Sea, having taken 11 whalers that day

Thursday, June 8, 1865President Johnson stated that he decided that the soldiers could retain their arms used in the battle as mementos of their honorable services and heirlooms for their children.

Wednesday, June 14, 1865Honorable Ransom H Gillett, formerly of St Lawrence County, now of New Lebanon, Columbia County, New York is employed by "friends of Jefferson Davis" for counsel in trial.

Wednesday, June 14, 1865Lawyers Crary and Virginiance advertising - Pension Bounty and Pay - US Claims Agency, Potsdam, New York

Thursday, June 15, 1865Looking for petroleum in Franklin County

Wednesday, June 21, 1865H J Allen, Esq taking New York State Census 1865 shows that the Village of Gouverneur population is 1157, with 201 Heads of families.

Wednesday, June 21, 1865W H Macomber of the 106th received a Captain's Commission in the 37th US Colored Infantry; started for New Orleans on Monday last.

Thursday, June 22, 1865Most of the chairs, tables and furniture belonging to the Provost-Marshal's Office were sold at Potsdam Junction last Monday. The "Draft Wheel" was sold for $1.25!

Wednesday, June 28, 1865Many of the soldiers of the county returning with Blue Suits and bronze faces indicate the rough weather they had experienced.

Wednesday, June 28, 1865End of the blockade in the south started 15 April 1861 until 23 June 1865.

Wednesday, June 28, 1865142nd New York Infantry returned to Ogdensburg Tuesday morning 27 June 1865 with 425 men. Colonel Albert M Barney presented with the Regimental Flag.

Wednesday, June 28, 1865106th New York Infantry returned Monday at Ogdensburg 4 July 1865

Wednesday, June 28, 1865A music score to be sold by Clemons and Redington of Ogdensburg, Now this Horrid War is Over Music by Saggio, Boys are Home and country Free. The score was composed in honor of 106th and 142nd Regiments for their return.

Wednesday, June 28, 1865Now, the only States of the Union to have slavery are Kentucky and Delaware

Wednesday, July 12, 1865End of assassins - all directly engaged in assassination of President Lincoln were met with their doom.

Wednesday, July 12, 186560th New York Infantry - coming home as soon as the rolls are made out.

Wednesday, July 12, 1865The oldest man from Stockholm, John Chellis, born in Massachusetts, is 102 years old and has all of his facilities on his birthday. He made (wove) a bushel basket for a neighbor.

Wednesday, July 12, 1865NY State Census reports population of Potsdam is 2063, a decrease of 200 from 1860. (Can we guess why the decrease?)

Wednesday, July 19, 186560th New York Infantry mustered out 17 July 1865; arrived at Ogdensburg 22 July 1865 in the evening; they were escorted by the 1st Vermont Cavalry.

Wednesday, August 2, 1865CSS Shenandoah learns of end of the war

Thursday, August 3, 1865During the last 100 days one half a million hung up their Blue Uniform. They had sent a million men from their Ploughs, Shops and Mills to be consumers before they had been producers. All have to settle down back to the work force. Some of the labor on the farms found saving inventions. They won't go back!

Thursday, August 3, 1865The Universal Safety Match replaced the common match- without sulphur and phosphorus.

Sunday, August 6, 1865Ex-Senator Preston King appointed to collectorship at the Port of New York [died later in the fall.]

Sunday, August 6, 1865Companies searching for oil in towns of Macomb and near Black Lake.

Wednesday, August 23, 1865The town of Colton has signs of oil, are said to be good; the land is very poor.

Thursday, August 24, 1865Sale of Cavalry Horses. A Sale of 195 government horses at Camp Wheeler, Ogdensburg, on Tuesday and Wednesday next week.

Thursday, August 31, 1865The History of the Great Rebellion by author Thomas P Kettle, Esq, will be issued and ready to furnish to subscribers in September. A single volume of 800 pages price will be $4.00

Monday, November 6, 1865CSS Shenandoah surrenders to British at Liverpool

Events in bold are St Lawrence County events. Researched in Potsdam Courier-Freeman, Ogdenburg St Lawrence Republican and Malone Palladium. Often the dates are from the Newspaper Date not the actual date.

Compiler's note for 1865: I decided to stop looking more newspapers much after August 31, 1865. I looked another month without more local war news. The local newspapers want to get back to the regular news and get back to a peacetime economy. I have viewed the local newspapers that were available on the newspapers online for over five years from June 1860 until August 1865. Most things they were interesting to me and I hope interesting to you. This research has added to my knowledge of St Lawrence, Clinton, Jefferson and Franklin Counties during this most "Horrid" war. The North Country contributed in soldiers, food, clothing and war materials as well as enduring heartbreaking family losses. As I have said many times, at the Civil War Roundtables, the women of the families were as heroic as their husbands, they had to continue the farms and raise the rest of the small children.
I thank the St Lawrence County Historical Association’s website for allowing me to share this timeline with all those who are interested. [Stan Maine, December 2014]

Compiler's note for 1864: Dates in bold are from newspaper dates, when the citizens are getting the news. Statistics may come from from Phisterers, New York in the War of the Rebellion. The papers were full of casualty lists from May on through the end of the year. Because the lists were so big I decided to list the casualties for the St Lawrence County Regiments this way. Battery D, 1st NY Light Artillery, I'm sure, lost some during this bloody summer and fall, but there is no separate listing for just that battery. From the 1st of May until the end of December, there was hardly a day that some regiment from St Lawrence, Franklin, Clinton, or Jefferson County was not in harm's way. I'm sure that I missed some regiments and their battles but these are what I came up with. Those interested in seeing if their ancestor was listed may search the Northern New York Historical Newspapers. There were several service members from the county that were awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for their service. I have included the ones that I know were from St Lawrence County. Their names and regiments are listed with the date of the action in which they performed the heroic deeds.